AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOil & Gas Accountability: Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed is demanding answers on whether Guyana has repaid ExxonMobil’s Stabroek Block “cost bank,” arguing the government may be short-changing the country’s 50% profit share. Aviation & Connectivity: Air Services Limited has shut its rotor wing (helicopter) operations after a years-long certification fight with the Civil Aviation Authority, warning hinterland communities will feel the loss. Energy & Procurement Oversight: Two key Gas-to-Energy contractors could face debarment under Guyana’s procurement laws after claims of “hidden info” and missed structural defects. Education Infrastructure Bids: 67 contractors bid to reconstruct St. Sidwell’s Primary School in Georgetown, with offers ranging from $194M to $618M. Road & Bridges Works: Public Works is seeking a contractor to design and build bridges across the Mahaica, Mahaicony and Abary rivers/creeks, while the Corentyne Highway expansion (Palmyra to Moleson Creek) is reported over 20% complete and ahead of schedule. Agriculture Support & Livestock Tensions: Cash grants continue for rice farmers (Region Four: $113.14M to 374 farmers), while the imported Brazilian cattle saga escalates with competing claims on animal deaths and welfare at Ebini/ibini. Water Quality Response: GWI says its water is safe and disputes claims made by Dr. Adams, framing the issue as intermittent aesthetic concerns while pointing to major treatment upgrades. Nuclear Project Scrutiny: Canada-based U92 Energy is stepping up nuclear education posts around its Kurupung uranium project amid growing public concern. Trade & Services: RideGY launches nationwide ride-hailing built in Guyana with upfront fares, GPS tracking and digital receipts, and JaxPort welcomes new ocean carriers with expanded routes that include Guyana via transshipment.
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